Assistant Vice President Learning & Development
Walker & Dunlop

Job Info

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Department:
Human Resources

We are seeking a dynamic individual to develop and lead the comprehensive talent development and employee programming strategy for Walker & Dunlop. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in training and organizational development.

Ready to bring your whole self to work every day? At Walker & Dunlop, we didn't get to where we are by hiring ordinary individuals. We got here by hiring the exceptional! WD is looking for individuals who are caring, collaborative, driven, insightful, and tenacious to join our team!

Position Summary:

Analyze, consolidate, and enhance enterprise-wide experience and learning opportunities for all levels, including new hires, midlevels, managers, and leadership. Ensure execution of day-to-day operations, including planning, acquiring, and/or conducting training programs that assist employees in gaining skills and knowledge specifically related to job requirements and career growth. Work with HR Business Partner team, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead, and Talent Acquisition to integrate programming with corporate goals and drive organizational performance.

Position Responsibilities:

Learning and Development:

• Create comprehensive experience and talent development strategy for entry level to senior level employees serving in corporate and sales functions.
  • Manage Onboarding Manager to deliver best in class onboarding experience and programming. Support the Walker & Dunlop Colleague Connect program, which introduces new employees to the Walker Way.
  • Support Company-wide annual intern program.
  • Develop and implement both manager and analyst training programs that are engaging, well-adopted, and facilitate the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for long-term success and continued growth in their roles. Operationalize the training programs to run cyclically.
  • Plan a calendar of programs for staff to utilize to improve relationship building, W&D culture training, and soft skills; gain knowledge of Company culture; improve administrative procedures; and acquire business knowledge relevant to the Company's lines of business.
  • Partner with HR Business Partner Team to understand performance management process outcomes and succession planning needs, adjusting training plans as necessary.
• Manage the Workday learning platform to empower employees and managers to own their individual career development.
  • Work with HR Business Partner Team to develop and update career continua for all departments.
  • Develop engaging learning experiences to include micro-learning for individuals and teams.
  • Curate and build catalogue of offerings, maintain program database, and develop and facilitate learning and engagement programs for all employees (e.g. shadowing, and business orientation meetings).
  • Form and maintain partnerships with key strategic eLearning and other vendors to deliver professional and compliance training. (One Digital, Mortgage Bankers Association, Blue Ocean Brain, American Management Association, etc.).
• Manage and expand existing employee development programs (e.g., Mentoring Circles, Men High Potential Program, Book Club).
• Maintain transparent measures for programs and assess ROI. Plan and manage the programming budget. Approve and track expenditures. Identify opportunities for savings for group training and certification.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience
  • Including a minimum of 5 years directly related to learning & development
• SPHR or PHR a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Self-starter with the ability to anticipate potential situations, resolutions, and departmental needs.
• Ability to use sound judgment to take action with minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; exceptional attention to detail and organization skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to, communicate and interact with all levels inside and outside of the Company.
• Developed understanding of inclusion and welcoming values; vision to lead inclusion commitment with transforming energy.
• Ability to team actively and take responsibility for performance contributions with excellence in project management and execution.

Still reading? Then we think you should apply!

EEO Statement
Walker & Dunlop is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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